Phytic acid chelates essential minerals, reducing their bioavailability in cereal-based diets. This study proposes a scalable, species-independent chemical approach that targets myo-inositol 3-phosphate synthase 1 (INO1), a key enzyme in phytic acid biosynthesis, to lower its levels in rice and wheat without affecting plant growth or yield.
- Tatsuki Akabane
- Satoshi Kamino
- Naoki Hirotsu